Project Manager

Designed Conveyor Systems; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with 100% match up to 5%

Discretionary profit-sharing program

Flexible PTO

Team events

Job summary

Designed Conveyor Systems is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex material handling and automation initiatives across our Parcel and Distribution & Fulfillment segments. You will guide projects from kickoff through commissioning, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and exceptional customer experience.

You will manage cross-functional teams, define requirements, and translate technical details into clear plans while maintaining strong client relationships and rigorous financial oversight.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience in automation, material handling, industrial or manufacturing settings.
• PMP certification or willingness to obtain within six months of joining.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on complex projects valued at $30M+.

Responsibilities

• Own the success of complex automation projects from kickoff to closeout, delivered safely on time and on budget.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, controls, procurement, installation, and finance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project and manage scope, milestones, and resources.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact, ensuring transparent communication and problem-solving.
• Define project requirements with customers and translate technical concepts into actionable plans.
• Identify risks early and drive mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, change orders, and billing performance.
• Coordinate across the business to align resources and maintain accountability throughout the lifecycle.
• Champion successful project delivery balancing customer expectations, safety, quality, and business objectives.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Client communication

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

DCS is continuing to grow, and we're expanding our Project Management team across both our Parcel and Distribution & Fulfillment (D&F) business segments. As a Project Manager, you'll lead complex material handling and automation projects for some of the world's most recognized brands, serving as a trusted partner to both customers and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast‑paced, collaborative environments and enjoys balancing customer relationships, project execution, financial management, and team leadership. Throughout the interview process, we'll take the time to understand your project experience, technical background, leadership style, and long‑term interests so we can thoughtfully align you with the right team, customers, and project portfolio.

At DCS, our Project Managers are trusted leaders who help bring complex customer solutions to life. You'll lead projects from kickoff through completion while driving communication, accountability, problem‑solving, and successful project delivery. If you're energized by leading cross‑functional teams and delivering impactful automation solutions, we'd love to meet you.

In this role, you will:

• Own the success of complex automation projects from kickoff through commissioning and closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and with an exceptional customer experience.
• Lead cross‑functional teams by creating clarity around priorities, accountability, communication, and execution across engineering, controls, procurement, installation, commissioning, finance, and field teams.
• Build and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project, managing scope, critical path, resources, and key milestones to keep projects moving forward.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for your customers, building trusted relationships through proactive communication, transparency, and problem‑solving.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define project requirements, align expectations, and translate technical information into clear, actionable plans.
• Identify risks before they become problems, developing mitigation strategies and driving solutions that keep projects on track.
• Own the financial health of your projects, including budgets, forecasting, cash flow, change orders, and billing performance.
• Partner across the business to ensure the right resources are aligned at the right time while fostering collaboration and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Champion successful project execution by balancing customer expectations, team priorities, safety, quality, and business objectives every step of the way.

We’re Excited About You Because:

• You have 5+ years of Project Management experience within material handling, automation, industrial, manufacturing, construction, or a related industry.
• You have successfully led complex, cross‑functional projects from planning through completion.
• You have experience managing projects valued at approximately $30M or greater while coordinating teams of 10-15 or more contributors.
• You have strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and project performance.
• You have earned your PMP certification or are willing to obtain it within six months of joining DCS.
• You have strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• You communicate confidently with customers, executives, field teams, and technical stakeholders alike.
• You build trust through accountability, collaboration, and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
• You thrive in fast‑paced environments where priorities shift and every day brings a new challenge.
• You enjoy leading teams, solving complex problems, and helping customers achieve successful project outcomes.
• You are comfortable translating technical concepts for non‑technical audiences and bringing diverse teams together around a common goal.
• You are willing to travel approximately 25% to support your projects and customers.

About Us:

Conveyor may be in our name, but it’s only part of what we do. DCS was founded in 1982, and has grown to serve major clients in multiple industries by providing material handling, full‑scale warehouse operations and conveyor design solutions that are custom crafted for their need. We don’t sell ready‑made systems - we build relationships that empower us to craft custom solutions together. It’s the teamwork approach, sharing ideas and building upon them, that produces the best results.

And DCS is committed to creating an extraordinary employment experience for our team. We work like crazy to hire and develop great people, build relationships, and ensure that the programs and services we offer our team are among the best in the business- from a killer snack wall and casual work environment to flexible PTO and opportunities to give back within the community.

More reasons to join our team:

• We pride ourselves in our family-like culture and casual, but focused, work environment
• We offer competitive salaries and health benefits
• Our 401K program includes a 100% match up to 5%
• Participation in our Discretionary Profit‑Sharing Program
• We offer our employees flexibility and autonomy
• We do community outreach projects throughout the year
• We know how to throw company events
• We work hard, but we also know how to have fun - darts, anyone?

Individuals seeking employment at Designed Conveyor Systems are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodation is available to applicants with a disability condition, when applying, testing, or interviewing for a position. Please let us know if you need accommodation.